Stakeholder groups related to the urban sprawl challenge

Question 1

what is infrastructure WA

Answer 1

Infrastructure WA is a non-partisan advisory body guiding the Western Australian Government on infrastructure matters.

Their advice supports better outcomes for the state’s people and economy through informed infrastructure investment decisions.

Question 2

what did infrasture WA 2021 strategy emphasizes

Answer 2

Their 2021 strategy emphasizes consolidating Perth’s urban areas via infill development to reduce the need for new road and rail projects.

They criticized Perth’s low infill housing target of 47%, contrasting it with higher targets in other cities like Adelaide and Melbourne.

Question 3

what do infrasture WA aim to do

Answer 3

Infrastructure WA aims to make infill development more attractive by removing barriers and improving amenities.

Question 4

what is the city of Wanneroo

Answer 4

The City of Wanneroo, home to 200,000+ residents, faces rapid urbanization and aims for sustainable growth.

They released the ‘Smart Growth Strategy’ in 2005, experienced significant sprawl, and defended sustainability outside the inner city.

A District Structure Plan (DSP) for East Wanneroo aims for urban development across 8,000 hectares, requiring rezoning and infrastructure planning.

Question 5

what does the city of wanneroo plan include

Answer 5

the plan includes new town centers, schools, and parks, with impacts on wetlands requiring cooperation between agencies and developers.

The city lacks significant influence over policy changes but aims to balance growth with environmental protection.

Question 6

who does the city of wanneroo collaborate with

Answer 6

The city collaborates with the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH) on the DSP, addressing community interests and infrastructure needs.